Meaning of bocarones | Babel Free

Definitions

Anchovies or other small fish marinated in vinegar.

plural, plural-only

Examples

“And perhaps to begin⟳ we will have⟳ some gambas, crawfish, and bocarones, small fish⟳ prepared in vinaigrette. Is that all right?” “It sounds wonderful,” Kristen said. And it was.”

““I don't suppose⟳ you've ever had bocarones?” He returned her smile⟳. “You'd be right.” “They're filletted anchovies pickled in vinegar, them and a plate of gueldes—you'd have⟳ had them here as whitebait, deep-fried herring fry […]"”

“But this could complicate things. He would have⟳ to think⟳ about it. "Bocarones and rice," he answered, "your favourite, no?" "You're sounding quite the Spaniard now, Papa," she said affectionately, and together they began to prepare⟳ the meal.”

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